Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, today announced the official launch of the Lagos Mass Rail Transit (LMRT) Red Line, marking the start of commercial operations on the 27-kilometer rail route from Agbado to Oyingbo. The Red Line is the state’s second operational rail system in under two years, following the launch of the Blue Line Read More…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has emphasized that smart packaging is critical for ensuring food security in Nigeria, boosting non-oil exports, and enhancing foreign exchange earnings. Speaking at the 11th edition of the Propak West Africa 2024 Smart Packaging Conference, held in Victoria Island, Lagos, Sanwo-Olu called it a “national priority” that can redefine the Read More…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has received high praise from the World Bank for the significant transformation his administration has achieved in the state over the past five years. The commendation was delivered by the Bank’s Country Director in Nigeria, Mr. Ndiama Diop, during a courtesy visit to the Governor at the State House in Read More…
In a bold step towards achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Lagos State Government has introduced a new initiative aimed at creating a resilient and sustainable future for the city. The Office of Sustainable Development Goals (OSDG) announced on Thursday the launch of the Lagos Sustainability Summit, an annual multidisciplinary forum designed to Read More…
At the 8th National Cooperative Summit, Exhibition & Awards, Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade & Investment, Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, underscored the pivotal role of the cooperative movement in empowering communities and driving inclusive governance. Speaking at the event, which was organised by the Cooperative Federation of Nigeria (CFN) at the LASCOFED Secretariat, Ogba, she Read More…
In a significant boost to the Lagos Ride (Lagride) initiative, the Lagos State Government is set to receive 5,000 brand new vehicles for its taxi scheme over the next few months. This announcement was made during a partnership signing ceremony between Ibile Holdings, the investment arm of the Lagos State Government, and Chinese automobile company Read More…
The Lagos State Electricity Bill 2024, currently before the state House of Assembly, is expected to end blackouts in the state, according to Mr. Biodun Ogunlewe, the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources. Ogunlewe provided this assurance during a one-day public hearing on the bill at the assembly complex on Wednesday. The bill aims to Read More…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State emphasised the urgent need for continuous and enhanced financing to combat climate change challenges during the closing ceremony of the 10th Lagos International Climate Change Summit on Thursday. Represented by his Deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, the governor stressed the importance of collaborative efforts among governments, financial institutions, and international Read More…
In a significant development for the South-West region, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu convened a crucial closed-door meeting with his counterparts from the six states in the geo-political zone at the Lagos House in Ikeja. The meeting, which began around noon, brought together governors from Ondo, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, and Lagos states. Key attendees Read More…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged citizens to unite and seek solutions rather than engage in a blame game over the nation’s current economic difficulties. Speaking at the 25th State House Ramadan Tafseer Anniversary Prayer, Sanwo-Olu, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, emphasised the need for collective action and patriotism. “The challenges Read More…
